Stress is a given fact of life. Every family has nagging stressors – relationships, finances, parenting. When our peace and security are jeopardized, or when we live to survive rather than thrive, we become paralyzed. This workshop aims to help families build security from within so that they can handle stress without losing peace or losing sight of cultivating a Christian family life.

Joy is a Pastoral Counsellor from the Center for Family Ministries Loyola School of Theology. She has worked with families since 2003 in schools, parishes and the community as a counselor, educator, facilitator and presenter of various talks on marriage, family life and parenting. She currently works as a cultural and linguistic bridge for Filipino families in the Vancouver School Board.